Flower Power: 23 Edible Flower Recipes Worth Making

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Edible flowers have been used for centuries as a colorful and unique addition to meals, adding both flavor and aesthetic appeal. Let’s explore some creative and delicious edible flower recipes that are certain to elevate any meal.

Elderflower Cordial

A clear glass bottle filled with a yellow liquid resting on a dark wooden table scattered with white flowers.
Elderflower Cordial. Photo Credit: Schisandra & Bergamot.

A sweet, tart, and floral Elderflower Cordial recipe bursting with fresh flavor. This cordial recipe is super easy to make and versatile in its uses.

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Sweet Violet Moon Milk

A white mug filled with a white liquid and garnished with purple flowers.
Sweet Violet Moon Milk. Photo Credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

A sweet and delicately floral Violet Moon Milk recipe, packed with flavor and delightful health benefits. Naturally vegan, plant-based, and gluten-free.

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Clementine Creamsicle Martini

A clear glass filled with an orange drink.
Clementine Creamsicle Martini. Photo Credit: XOXO Bella.

This clementine creamsicle martini is a refreshing summer cocktail made with just three ingredients. Enjoy it with ice and an edible flower garnish for the perfect orange dreamsicle martini experience.

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Vietnamese Summer Rolls

Rice paper rolls filled with veggies and flowers.
Vietnamese Summer Rolls. Photo Credit: All Ways Delicious.

These Vietnamese Summer Rolls filled with rice noodles, quick pickled carrots, crisp veggies, fresh herbs, and edible flowers are tasty, nutritious, and beautiful, too.

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Butterfly Pea Flower Cocktail

A purple liquid being poured into a tall clear glass filled with flowers.
Butterfly Pea Flower Cocktail. Photo Credit: Frolic and Fare.

Make this gorgeous butterfly pea flower cocktail for a refreshing drink with amazing color that’s 100% natural! The wow factor is the flavor and dramatic color, and the subtle flavors of butterfly pea flowers with lemon juice come together in this floral cocktail recipe!

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Lavender Lemonade

A large pitcher filled with a purple liquid and lemon slices.
Lavender Lemonade. Photo Credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

A highly refreshing and soothing Lavender Lemonade recipe filled with simple and delicious ingredients. This easy drink recipe is naturally vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, and can easily be made refined sugar-free, to boot!

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Cranberry Orange Prosecco Punch

Glasses filled with an orange beverage garnished with cranberries and flowers.
Cranberry Orange Prosecco Punch. Photo Credit: XOXO Bella.

This cranberry orange prosecco punch with an edible flower garnish is perfect for Fall! Whether you’re celebrating with loved ones or enjoying a cozy night in, this festive punch is sure to impress.

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Calming Sweet Dreams Herbal Sleep Tea

Calming Sweet Dreams Herbal Sleep Tea. Photo Credit: Calm Eats.

Feeling stressed and tense after a long day? Grab a cup of this calming herbal sleep tea and get ready to have a good night’s rest.

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Lilac Syrup

Purple flowers in a large clear pitcher.
Lilac Syrup + 11 Ways To Use It. Photo Credit: Simply Beyond Herbs.

Capture the essence of lilac in a small bottle of lilac syrup and enhance your drinks or plate with the spring flavor of heaven.

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Elderflower Fizz Mocktail

Elderflower Fizz Mocktail. Photo Credit: Schisandra & Bergamot.

A super bubbly and refreshing Elderflower Fizz Mocktail recipe made with elderflower cordial and sparkling water for the perfect dazzling summer drink!

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Homemade Violet and Dandelion Pink Lemonade

A clear glass filled with a dark pink liquid garnished with small purple flowers.
Homemade Violet and Dandelion Pink Lemonade. Photo Credit: Learning and Yearning.

Made with violets and dandelion flowers, this beautiful pink lemonade is perfect for a spring get-together!

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How to Make Rose Water

A clear glass bottle of red liquid resting on pink table next to a long fresh rose.
Homemade Rose Water: 2 Ways. Photo Credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Learn how to make rose water at home with these two easy methods. An easy DIY rose water recipe that can be used for culinary purposes, skincare, and much more!

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Calendula Tea

A clear glass filled with and surrounded by flowers.
Calendula Tea: Hot, Iced, and Sun. Photo Credit: Schisandra & Bergamot.

Learn how to make Calendula (Calendula officinalis) tea with dried or fresh calendula flowers, hot or iced, including a sun tea method. These gentle blossoms are soothing and packed with healing properties.

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Violet Panna Cotta

A white dessert topped with purple edible flowers.
Violet Panna Cotta. Photo Credit: Simply Beyond Herbs.

This easy to make creamy and smooth panna cotta recipe when accompanied by wild violets transforms a classic Italian dessert into a vibrant and captivating adventure.

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Lavender Simple Syrup

A clear glass bottle filled with purple liquid resting on a white table scattered with my lavender petals.
Lavender Simple Syrup. Photo Credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

This lavender simple syrup will add a calming sweet and floral flavor to your cocktails and hot drinks. Use it to make your baked goods extra special, or even as the perfect complement to your cuppa joe.

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Lilac Infused Honey

A clear jar filled with honey and scattered with edible flowers.
Lilac Infused Honey. Photo Credit: Frolic and Fare.

Once you know how to make lilac infused honey you’ll have an all natural way to add the health benefits and beauty of lilac blossoms into your day with ease! Make it to enjoy in some tea with our Lilac shortbread cookies.

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Blue Lotus Tea

A large clear glass mug filled with purple flowers.
Blue Lotus Tea. Photo Credit: Schisandra & Bergamot.

Blue Lotus tea is a simple herbal tea with just two ingredients, including the blue lotus flower, a magical medicinal plant that has been used since ancient Egyptian times.

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No-Bake Chocolate Beet Dandelion Bars

Purple dessert bars garnished with yellow flowers.
No Bake Dandelion Beet Bars. Photo Credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

These easy and delicious no-bake Dandelion Bars are made with cacao powder, coconut flour, beet powder, and freshly foraged dandelions for a fun and healthy springtime treat! Gluten-free, vegan, raw, + refined sugar-free.

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Red Clover Pancakes

A stack of pancakes topped with berries and flowers.
Red Clover Pancakes. Photo Credit: Simply Beyond Herbs.

Packed with nutrients, gluten, and dairy-free, these healthy and tasty pancakes with red clover and banana are easy to make.

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Cherry Lavender Moon Milk

A ceramic mug filled with a white liquid topped with a yellow powder and purple flowers.
Cherry Lavender Moon Milk. Photo Credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

This Cherry Lavender Moon Milk recipe makes for one creamy, delicious, calming, and beautiful sleepy-time beverage for those evenings when you could use a little extra support.

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Aphrodisiac Tea Blend

A jar on its side spilling out a variety of dried flowers.
Aphrodisiac Tea Blend. Photo Credit: Schisandra & Bergamot.

An inspired homemade aphrodisiac tea blend designed to calm the nerves, ignite passion, enhance creativity and connect with your playful side.

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Dandelion Cupcakes with Sunflower Seeds

A pile of muffins garnished with yellow flowers.
Dandelion Cupcakes with Sunflower Seeds. Photo Credit: Simply Beyond Herbs.

Decorated with a swirl of lemon frosting and fresh flowers these dandelion cupcakes are delicious. In addition, these sunflower seed muffins make of the rare opportunities to eat dandelions when in season!

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Herbal Healing Broth

An open glass jar topped with yellow flowers.
Herbal Healing Broth. Photo Credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

An immune-boosting, anti-inflammatory mushroom broth recipe packed with healing herbs, plants, spices, and edible flowers. Easy to make, vegan, sodium-free, and nutrient-dense!

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